Kneeling Forearm Stretch
A beginner stretching exercise for the forearms, done with just your bodyweight.
- Main muscles
- Forearms
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Isolation
- Movement
- Static
How to do the Kneeling Forearm Stretch
- Start by kneeling on a mat with your palms flat and your fingers pointing back toward your knees.
- Slowly lean back keeping your palms flat on the floor until you feel a stretch in your wrists and forearms. Hold for 20-30 seconds.
Sets and reps
| Mobility | 2–3 holds of 20–40 seconds each side |
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Log every set in MyoStats and it works out your estimated one-rep max and suggests the next weight or rep target, so you keep progressing without guessing.
Alternatives to the Kneeling Forearm Stretch
Wrist CirclesBodyweight · BeginnerQuestions
What muscles does the Kneeling Forearm Stretch work?
Mainly the forearms.
Is the Kneeling Forearm Stretch good for beginners?
Yes. It's rated a beginner exercise: start light and learn the movement before adding weight.
What can I do instead of the Kneeling Forearm Stretch?
Good alternatives that train the forearms: Wrist Circles.
How many sets and reps of the Kneeling Forearm Stretch should I do?
Mobility: 2–3 holds of 20–40 seconds each side.
Exercise steps and photos: free-exercise-db (public domain).